G.B. from Seminole County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, We have, by order of our county, to have one way driving into our property. I have lived here for over 20 years. In the last 5 years, we have tenants and visitors driving the wrong way even with the posted signs and arrows painted on pavement. I…
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Alternative to Condo Alternative Dispute Resolution?
K.R. from Orange County, California writes: Dear Mister Condo, I am a homeowner in a condo development. I recently had an IDR meeting with my BOD to resolve 2 issues: #1 granting common area to select members, #2 allowing a homeowner to enclose a balcony (homeowner completed HMA but request was denied, against CC&R’s and…
HOA Changes Rules for Boat Slip Ownership
J.D. from Carroll County, New Hampshire writes: Dear Mister Condo, I own home in POA/HOA. 400+homes, 200 lots, 60 docks/slips. Board has recently changed “member” to mean slips can be handed down thru generations locking out newer owners from ever having access to community property. Mister Condo replies: J.D., I imagine 60 boat slips for…
Are Condo Complexes Required to be ADA-Compliant?
D.B. from Kootenai County, Idaho writes: Dear Mister Condo, Are condo complexes required to be ADA compliant? Mister Condo replies: D.B., great question! As you know, I am not an attorney so please consider my response as a friendly reply. You might want to seek out the advice of an attorney for a legal opinion…